Take part in this amazing Kakamega Forest Birding Safari and discover one of Kenya’s most famous tropical rainforests. During this 3-day safari, you will encounter a variety of bird species and other wildlife such as duikers, butterflies, and primates including De Brazza monkeys, vervet monkeys, and black-and-white colobus monkeys.
You will spot several bird species by sight or by their calls, including grey parrots, black-billed turacos, superb sunbirds, blue-headed bee-eaters, and blue-spotted wood doves. The tour also features scenic drives through Kericho farmlands, Lake Victoria’s edges, and peaceful sunrise and sunset moments in the forest.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Kakamega Forest, Kenya’s top birding destination
- Spot rare birds such as the Great Blue Turaco and Blue-headed Bee-eater
- Enjoy guided forest walks and birding tours
- Encounter monkeys, duikers, and other forest mammals
- Experience sunrise and sunset birding moments
- Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley and Lake Victoria region
Kakamega Forest Birding Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Nairobi to Kakamega Forest Reserve
- Day 2: Full day birding in Kakamega Forest Reserve
- Day 3: Transfer back to Nairobi
Detailed 3 Days Kakamega Forest Birding Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Kakamega Forest Reserve
After spending the night in Nairobi, wake up early and depart for Kakamega Forest Reserve, located on the edge of Lake Victoria, about 45 km from Kisumu town.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, then head out for an evening birding session at around 5:00 p.m. Birds to look out for include African emerald cuckoo, Blue-headed Bee-eater, Turner’s Eremomela, Black-billed Turaco, and Grey Parrots. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full Day Birding in Kakamega Forest Reserve
Start the day early with sunrise birding in the forest. Listen to the calls and watch birds such as Prinia, Black-faced Rufous Warbler, Turner’s Eremomela, Uganda Woodland Warbler, Olive-green Camaroptera, White-spotted Flufftail, Blue-headed Bee-eater, and Great Blue Turaco.
Return to the lodge for a late breakfast at around 10:00 a.m., then relax while enjoying light birding around the lodge. In the afternoon, head back to the forest for another birding session. You may also spot mammals such as vervet monkeys, duikers, red colobus, and black-and-white colobus monkeys.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Transfer Back to Nairobi
Enjoy a morning bird-watching session at the edges of the forest before breakfast. Afterward, begin your drive back to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at your preferred location, marking the end of your 3 Days Kakamega Forest Birding Safari.